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Perspectives

‘It’s colourful’: inside a 16-year career in the remote Far North

Practising in remote North Queensland has plenty of quirks and rewards, Louise Prychidczuk tells The Callover.

8 July 2026

Federal Court seminar livestream to reflect on native title

Career Moves

Rose Litigation Lawyers makes Alexander Gregg a Partner

Career Moves

Stephen Webb promoted to Partner in Brisbane property team

Career Moves

Mullins boosts senior capability with new Partner, Senior Associate promotions

James Browning joins the partnership after five years with the firm, and is one of three promotions.

QLS Diverse Abilities Network: Remembering Oliver Collins

Case notes

Barrister’s sexual harassment of junior solicitor found to be unsatisfactory conduct

Career Moves

Cronin Miller promotes Shelley Forrest to Partner in Wills and Estates team

The Gold Coast firm has announced the promotion of Shelley Forrest to Partner – wills and estates, and the appointment of Riley Hickey as a solicitor.

In practice

Reliance under the AML/CTF Act: Before you sign a reliance agreement

A real estate agent may have completed customer identification procedures, but you need to consider whether your practice should rely on them.

Career Moves

HopgoodGanim names two Partners in July round of promotions

Long-term employees Damon Hatchett and Sarah Judge are now Partners at the firm.

Career Moves

Mason Fettell appointed Partner in Piper Alderman’s employment team

The appointment enhances the firm’s national footprint and strengthens its ability to support clients across all major Australian markets.

In practice

AI law firm’s win at trial signals shift for Queensland

The AI-powered litigation assistant generated the client’s pre-action correspondence, issued the claim, produced the documents, prepared the witness statements, then briefed a human barrister.